Many businesses and corporations have dedicated Emergency Response Teams, sort of….Often these businesses and corporations have the best intentions although for many it’s checking off a box by providing a basic CPR and First Aid class.  The reality is, building a team is more complex than a basic class once a year. A vibrant, effective and efficient Emergency Response Team requires care and feeding.

There are many skill levels associated with providing “first aid” in today’s workplace. They can range from basic course components like CPR, controlling bleeding and managing choking to heat stroke, shock and allergic reactions. However, in today’s workplace, Emergency Response Teams have developed a more advanced level of emergency response to aid ill and injured employees by providing emergency oxygen, assessing vital signs and even providing a patient care report to professional responders.

Organizational structures are the foundation in which most companies operate. Having clearly defined roles and responsibilities help the business environment typically run smoothly with the ability to quickly handle business issues which arise. However, this type of organizational structure doesn’t necessarily work well in the event of a medical emergency or something more significant such as a fire or natural disaster.

It is essential to have a foundation of training when developing an Emergency Response Program for your workplace. There are 3 key courses of instruction which will provide your team with an overall skill set to assist in the mitigation or support of most emergency incidents.

It’s not too late for a New Year’s Resolution! Most often these relate to our personal lives but why don't we set New Year’s Resolutions for our life within the workplace?

In today’s environment there are numerous types of major emergency incidents which may occur. It is critical not only have plans and preparations in place, but to test them as well.